There are various steps you can take to update your closet or to change your style all together. Although there is no “right” way to do it, here are some helpful tips that will help you get started.
Determine what style you want to achieve.
Deciding on the style you want for yourself is probably the first step to updating your closet. Let’s place an emphasis to, the style YOU want for YOURSELF. Your outfits, although not the most important representation of you, are the cover of your body and you should always feel comfortable with what you wear. Now, this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t experiment with different styles, getting out of your comfort zone can be fun! So, what style do you want to try out?
Save if necessary.
Being on a budget does not mean you can’t update your style. Whether you’re interested in adding trendy designer pieces to your wardrobe that might be at a higher price range, or whether you just want to stock an entire new wardrobe, the best thing to do is save a few bucks a week/ a month (whatever is more convenient) in order to achieve your goal.
Buy a few pieces at a time.
When you start buying items for your new wardrobe, purchase one piece you have been eyeing first. Then maybe two to a few pieces because your style may evolve as you go along (which is ok). Sometimes as you shop you find an awesome piece that may cause the style you want to shift slightly or drastically. You don’t want to buy a whole wardrobe in one day and decide later that it’s not exactly the style you wanted.
Make room for the new.
Clean out your closet to make room for new items and so you know exactly what you would like to keep that will be functional with you new wardrobe. Get rid of pieces you no longer wear (including clothes, accessories, handbags, and shoes). A good indication of an item you no longer wear is an item that you have not worn or used in 6 to 12 months. Chances are if you haven’t worn or used it in the last six months, you are not going to wear it any time soon. Clothes that are torn, faded, and/or too tight or too loose are not flattering and it would be a good move to get rid of them. If the item is in good condition, donate it, it’ll make someone else very happy. Items in bad conditions, throw away! This may be scary but necessary. (For tips on cleaning out your closet see blog on 9 Rules to Cleaning Out Your Closet).
Be patient.
Updating an entire new wardrobe or style will take time. If it’s going to be done correctly, it will take patience and care. It could take a few months to a year. Maybe after a year, you will want to do it all over again. It’s a fun process that evolves and brings out your creativity. Personal growth comes gradually and your style should too.
Have fun!
Now you’re all ready to begin your exciting journey to creating your new style. Have fun doing it! Don’t be too hard on yourself and remember nothing is set in stone. Have fun!!
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Peace&Love
Alvid G. Couture
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